Next Generation Networks and Secure Communications Technical

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

·       10+ years of sound experience in these fields:

ü  Knowledge and experience in large and complex Communication and Information Systems (CIS) engineering and design, including International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) 5G networks, Communication Systems, Networks, Infrastructure, Virtualization, Cloud, Security, Monitoring and Control, Interoperability

ü  Experience and knowledge in system architecture and design

ü  Experience in Enterprise and Capability architecture

ü  Knowledge of SMC aspects, relevant frameworks and their implementation in large CIS networks

ü  Experience with Military CIS systems

ü  Experience in designing readiness assessments, surveys, maturity assessment models for technology adoption

ü  Familiarity with CIS related international / commercial / industrial standards

ü  Experience with deployable CIS systems (Military and/or Civilian)

ü  Experience in Service Design and Management

ü  Knowledge of NATO political ambition and organizational structure

DUTIES/ROLE:

·       Providing consultative support for industry to develop an NGN Comms Architecture Study. The Study shall deliver architecture views including requirement analysis and architecture options summarised in a presentation material

·       Drafting a 5G white paper in NCIA standard technical report format for one of the technical topics that are relevant to NATO. The list of topics will be provided by NCIA SME

·       Updating the 5G readiness assessment that was previously conducted

·       Drafting a technical report to update the previous assessment of the use of 5G/6G technologies for military applications. This report should be built on the previous NCIA studies (which will be made available)

·       Delivering a brief presentation for the MN5G Project Board to present the findings of the technical assessment

·       Performing a review of Network Management and Cyber Defense (NMCD)